Ibn Khuldoon National School vs Riffa Views International School
Ibn Khuldoon National School and Riffa Views International School are both in Manama, about 6 km apart. Both schools offer IB and American programmes, and Ibn Khuldoon National School also offers Bahraini. Published annual fees are BHD 3,040 - 5,130 at Ibn Khuldoon National School and BHD 3,600 - 9,200 at Riffa Views International School, which puts Riffa Views International School roughly 57% higher. Ibn Khuldoon National School takes pupils from 4 to 18, and Riffa Views International School from 3 to 18. Ibn Khuldoon National School is the larger school, with around 1,450 pupils to Riffa Views International School's 400.
IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bahraini Curriculum, American Curriculum
Curriculum
IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
1,450
Pupils
400
Typical class size
Typical class size
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Typical class size
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Instruction language
Instruction language
English, Arabic
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
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Opened
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Bus service
Bus service
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Bus service
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Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Ibn Khuldoon National School is located in Isa Town, Bahrain. The campus address is Building 161, Road 4111, Block 841, Isa Town. Isa Town is in the Southern Governorate and is connected to central Manama via Bahrain's main roads.
Location
RVIS is located at Building 407, Road 4303, Block Al Mazrowiah 943, in Riffa, Kingdom of Bahrain. It sits in the Riffa Views area within the Southern Governorate, with road access linking to central Manama. The campus mail address is P.O. Box 3050, Bahrain. Public transport in Bahrain serves Riffa via the national bus network and local routes.
Stages
Stages
The school serves students from Kindergarten (KG1) through Grade 12. It offers the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP, MYP, and DP) and provides a parallel American High School Diploma for Grades 11–12.
Stages
RVIS provides Early Childhood through High School. The school uses IB across Primary Years (PYP), Middle Years (MYP), and the IB Diploma Programme (DP) for the secondary years, alongside an American standard bilingual education with optional IB Curriculum.
School type
School type
IKNS is a private, non-profit, co-educational day school. It operates as a non-profit, self-supporting institution serving both local Bahraini and expatriate students.
School type
RVIS is a co-educational, day school.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
IKNS serves both Bahraini and expatriate students, indicating a local plus international mix. Public materials do not publish a detailed breakdown of nationalities or the local-to-international ratio.
Pupil nationality mix
RVIS represents about 37 nationalities; around 40% of students are Bahraini and 60% are international, with total enrollment in the low hundreds to around 400 students depending on year.
Additional learning support
Additional learning support
Detailed Additional Learning Needs (SEN) provisions are not publicly listed for IKNS. Bahrain's Ministry of Education describes mainstream education for students with special needs in public schools, and IKNS' public materials do not specify bespoke SEN facilities.
Additional learning support
A dedicated Student Support Services team supports students with pastoral care, counseling, mental health, and targeted academic support. The team includes a Head of Pastoral Care, School Counselors, a School Psychologist, and Learning Support Teachers.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
IKNS is based in Bahrain and has no formal country affiliation. IB listings confirm Bahrain as the country context for the school.
Country affiliation
RVIS operates in Bahrain and is Bahrain-based; it follows an American Standard Bilingual Education with optional IB Curriculum, and its public accreditation reflects its Bahrain location.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
There is no formal religious affiliation reported for IKNS. The school operates within Bahrain's secular/state education framework and offers Arabic Islamic studies as part of the Bahraini curriculum.
Religious affiliation
RVIS follows the Bahrain Ministry of Education Islamic Studies curriculum for Muslim students; there is no separate religious affiliation publicly stated by the school.
School day structure
School day structure
The school week runs Sunday to Thursday. School hours are typically from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm.
School day structure
The school operates Sunday to Thursday. Typical daily hours are around the morning start and afternoon finish, with Thursdays sometimes operating on a shortened day for certain grades.
Bus service details
Bus service details
IKNS does not operate its own school bus service. Some students may rely on family transport or local public transport; nearby Isa Town bus lines exist, but there is no in-house bus provision.
Bus service details
Public bus services in Bahrain are run by the Bahrain Public Transport Company and connect Riffa with Manama and other towns; families can arrange transport through the admissions process. In the past, RVIS has facilitated transport arrangements for students living outside Bahrain (e.g., a Saudi-based shuttle for cross-border families).
Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Application and one‑time admission fees
- Application fee: BHD 30 (one‑time, payable on submission of the application). - Admission fee / first‑year one‑time charge: BHD 100 (one‑time, payable on admission). The school's published first‑year total for new entrants includes these one‑time charges.
Annual tuition fees by year group (published amounts)
- Kindergarten 2 (age 4): BHD 3,040 per year. - Kindergarten 3 (age 5): BHD 3,065 per year. - Grade 1 (age 6): BHD 3,760 per year. - Grade 2 (age 7): BHD 3,760 per year. - Grade 3 (age 8): BHD 3,760 per year. - Grade 4 (age 9): BHD 3,760 per year. - Grade 5 (age 10): BHD 3,760 per year. - Grade 6 (age 11): BHD 4,105 per year. - Grade 7 (age 12): BHD 4,105 per year. - Grade 8 (age 13): BHD 4,105 per year. - Grade 9 (age 14): BHD 4,620 per year. - Grade 10 (age 15): BHD 4,620 per year. - Grade 11 (age 16): BHD 5,130 per year. - Grade 12 (age 17): BHD 5,130 per year.
Per‑term amounts (inferred example)
- The school's fees are published as annual amounts. For parents who require a per‑term figure, an equal three‑term split of the published annual fee gives an approximate per‑term amount (this is an arithmetic inference, not a separate published figure): for example, Grade 1 annual BHD 3,760 ≈ BHD 1,253 per term (3 equal terms). I am presenting these per‑term numbers as inferred values derived by dividing the published annual fees by three.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The published fees are displayed as annual tuition for each year group; application and admission charges are identified as one‑time fees and are payable at application/admission. - The school provides invoice management and supports secure online payments through its official IKNS parent mobile app (invoice viewing and online settlement of fees are available through the app). Parents use the school's payment portal to settle invoices.
Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Ibn Khuldoon National School is listed as a day school; published entries show no weekly or full boarding fees for this school.
Other costs and typical additional fees
- Uniforms: the school's uniform items are sold through official suppliers/retailers; example retail prices for specific IKNS uniform T‑shirts are shown at approximately BHD 9.90 per shirt on an authorised retailer listing. Uniform purchases should be expected in addition to published tuition. - The published annual tuition figures do not itemise separate costs for books, transport, meals, extracurricular activities or exam fees; families commonly budget additionally for textbooks, school trips, transport and activity fees beyond the tuition figure. The published fee tables list the annual tuition and the one‑time admission/application amounts; separate ancillary charges are managed and invoiced by the school.
Refund information
- Application and admission charges are presented as one‑time fees in the published fee listings. The publicly available fee listings show those charges as one‑time items; a specific, itemised public refund schedule for withdrawal or term‑time refunds is not published alongside the fee table in the cited listings. Refunds or any refundable deposits and the conditions for refund are handled under the school's finance and withdrawal policy.
Fee payment options
- Online payments: the IKNS parent app supports secure online payment and invoice management; parents can view and pay invoices through the app. - Uniform and supplier purchases: uniform retailers selling IKNS items accept standard retail payment methods (online/instore card payments on retailer listings). Example: the IKNS uniform retailer page lists card/online checkout options for uniform items.
Notes: - The amounts above are taken from the school's published fee listings for the current academic cycle as presented on school directories and listings; the annual tuition figures and the one‑time fees listed above are the published values and are stated in Bahraini Dinars (BHD).
Fee details
Application and admissions fees - Admissions Fee: BHD 100, payable at the time of application. This fee is non-refundable. - One-time Capital Fee: BHD 500, payable upon completion of admission and evaluation. This fee is non-transferable and non-refundable. - Technology Fee: BHD 200 per academic year, payable at admission for new students or at re-enrolment for returning students. This fee is non-transferable and non-refundable. - Device Deposit: Refundable deposit of BHD 100 for borrowing a school-issued laptop/device; refundable on return in good condition. - Grade 12 Graduation Fee: BHD 350 payable in the first quarter of Grade 12.
Tuition fees (per semester and annual) — by year group - Nursery – Pre-K: BHD 1,800 per semester; BHD 3,600 per year. - Kindergarten – Grade 2: BHD 2,450 per semester; BHD 4,900 per year. - Grades 3 – 5: BHD 2,900 per semester; BHD 5,800 per year. - Grades 6 – 8: BHD 3,450 per semester; BHD 6,900 per year. - Grades 9 – 10: BHD 4,050 per semester; BHD 8,100 per year. - Grades 11 – 12: BHD 4,600 per semester; BHD 9,200 per year.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition invoices are issued semi-annually and are billed in Bahraini Dinars. - Invoice due dates: Semester 1 invoices are due on June 1; Semester 2 invoices are due on January 15. - Discount for full-year payment: A 2% discount applies if the full year's tuition is paid by June 1 (discount applies to tuition only). - Family incentive: A 10% discount applies to the tuition fee from the third child and 15% for each subsequent child from the same immediate family (conditions apply). - New-student reservation deposit: For new students enrolled prior to April 1, a 10% non-refundable deposit of tuition is required to reserve a seat. Students enrolled after April 1 must pay full semester tuition on admission. - The school may require payment of tuition in full at application where deemed appropriate. - Late-admission and prorating: Tuition for late entry is prorated on an academic quarter basis. If a student begins in a quarter they are charged the quarter rate: Quarter I = 100% of annual tuition; Quarter II = 75%; Quarter III = 50%; Quarter IV = 25%. If a student attends even one day of a quarter, there is no rebate for that quarter. - Non-payment: The school reserves the right to suspend enrolment, deny re-registration, withhold student records, and pursue legal action for recovery of outstanding fees.
Other costs and optional charges - Uniforms: School uniform costs are not covered by tuition. - Transport: Bus/transportation is not included in tuition and is charged separately. - Meals: Lunch is not included; students may bring lunch or purchase food from the school cafeteria. - Extra-curricular or trip costs: These are not included in tuition and are charged separately when applicable. (General statement consistent with fees policy.)
Refunds, withdrawal and re-enrolment rules - Automatic re-enrolment: Students are automatically re-enrolled for the following academic year unless written notification of withdrawal is received by April 1. - Withdrawal processing fee: A non-refundable BD 50 withdrawal fee is charged for processing withdrawal documents. - Late withdrawal penalty: If withdrawal notification is received after April 1, parents will be charged 50% of the first semester's tuition; this amount must be settled before withdrawal paperwork or student records are released. - Refunds for early withdrawal: If a student withdraws during the first semester, second-semester tuition may be reimbursable only if all three conditions are met: written notice to the Head of School at least 30 days before the second semester, the student is no longer residing in Bahrain, and the vacant seat is successfully filled; otherwise no reimbursement. For withdrawals during the second semester, second-semester tuition and other fees will not be reimbursed. Refund rules tied to specific dates: before April 1 of the previous school year 100% of tuition is refundable (excluding non-refundable fees); after April 1 the first-quarter tuition is charged; within two weeks prior to start of the academic year the first-semester tuition is charged; 30 days before the start of the second semester only the second-semester tuition is refundable.
Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable: RVIS is a day school (boarding facilities: day), so no boarding fees apply.
Fee payment options - Invoices are issued in Bahraini Dinars and an Online Payment portal is provided via the school's quick links. The published tuition schedule does not specify the full list of accepted payment instruments (for example, exactly which credit cards or bank-transfer details are accepted). Parents should use the school's online payment portal or contact the school's accounts/admissions office for the specific payment methods and bank remittance instructions.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
The school is a non-profit.
Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
IKNS offers an International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum from KG1 to Grade 12, consisting of the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for KG1–5, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for 6–10, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for 11–12, with an American High School Diploma (AHSD) option in Grades 11–12. The school operates a bilingual program in Arabic and English, with IB instruction delivered in English. The PYP (KG1–5) uses inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning organized around six transdisciplinary themes. The MYP (6–10) comprises eight subject groups: Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, Arts, Physical Education, and Design. The DP (11–12) comprises six subject groups and a DP core consisting of Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS); AHSD runs in parallel in Grades 11–12.
Curriculum details
Riffa Views International School delivers an IB World School curriculum from Early Childhood through High School. The Primary Years Program (PYP) supports early learners with inquiry-based, cross-curricular learning, while the Middle Years Program (MYP) extends the IB framework for ages 11 to 16 with an interdisciplinary approach. The High School offers three graduation pathways, including the IB Diploma Program (taught in English), which RVIS has offered since the 2014–15 school year. The Arabic program supports native and non-native speakers and aligns with IB Arabic A and B tracks to support bilingual diplomas. RVIS supplements IB with Extended Learning Time, Careers Education and Guidance, and hands-on learning such as STEAM, MISTI, and Innovation Day to develop inquiry, digital literacy, and college readiness.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
Higher education progression
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Higher education progression
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Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) provision, staffing, or initiatives.
Social & emotional learning
RVIS supports Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) through a dedicated Student Support Services team that works with the Academic Leadership Team to help every student thrive academically, socially, and personally. The team includes a Head of Pastoral Care who coordinates school-wide well-being initiatives, School Counselors who provide guidance and emotional support, a School Psychologist who leads mental health initiatives, and Learning Support Teachers who deliver targeted academic interventions. This arrangement provides individual guidance, small-group programs, and school-wide initiatives to promote social, emotional, and academic health. The pastoral care pathway, counseling, and psychology services are integrated with classroom learning to support inclusion and well-being. The school emphasizes resilience, self-management, and healthy relationships as core outcomes of SEL.
Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision or whether it operates as a specialist SEN institution.
Special educational needs (SEN)
RVIS provides learning support through dedicated Learning Support Teachers who deliver targeted academic support and interventions tailored to individual student needs. The School Support Services team collaborates with the Academic Leadership Team to ensure inclusive learning and address diverse needs. The materials do not describe RVIS as a specialist SEN institution, and no explicit list of specific SEN categories is published. The school notes tailored teaching strategies, accommodations, and interventions to help each student reach their potential, with plans created collaboratively with students, teachers, and families. The school does not publicly disclose a published list of the types of Special Educational Needs the school can support.
English as an additional language
English as an additional language
The school offers a bilingual programme of study in English and Arabic.
English as an additional language
English is the main language of instruction at RVIS. Students developing their English skills receive extra support while continuing to value their home language, especially Arabic. RVIS offers language programs in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish. A dedicated EAL program is not explicitly described beyond the English language support noted. The school does not publicly disclose a separate EAL department or specific EAL curriculum.
Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
The school does not publicly disclose information regarding mental wellbeing provisions.
Mental wellbeing
The School Psychologist leads initiatives to promote mental health and well-being, offering individual and group support as needed. The Head of Pastoral Care oversees the pastoral care program and coordinates school-wide well-being initiatives. School Counselors provide guidance and emotional support to help students navigate personal, social, and academic challenges. RVIS's on-campus clinic supports health and wellbeing, with a full-time nurse, health education, and wellness programs. The campus provides health monitoring, emergency response readiness, and health education to support student wellbeing.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding
The school does not publicly disclose safeguarding policies.
Safeguarding
Student safeguarding is a priority at RVIS, with state-of-the-art security measures throughout the school. The Campus Overview specifies secure entrances and biometrics for attendance as part of safeguarding. The on-campus clinic and health education contribute to safeguarding by addressing student welfare. School policies define a foundation of safety, respect, and support, with tailored accommodations and collaborative planning for individual needs. Overall, safeguarding at RVIS is embedded in governance, health services, and policies to create a safe, inclusive environment.
Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
The RVIS campus is designed to support learning through exploration, collaboration, and reflection with a range of inspirational learning spaces. Classrooms are technology-rich and supported by a 1:1 laptop program, and there are four fully equipped science labs along with dedicated rooms for art, music, and drama, plus flexible spaces for group and individual work. The Innovation Hub is a state-of-the-art STEAM facility, equipped with digital fabrication and prototyping, electronics and robotics, AI, programming, and virtual/augmented reality tools. The library is a welcoming space offering books for all ages with reading corners and quiet study areas, plus access to digital resources. On-campus facilities include a FIFA-standard soccer field (scheduled for resurfacing in summer 2025), two gymnasiums, six outdoor tennis courts, and basketball courts; an on-campus clinic and a cafeteria support daily life, and safety is maintained with biometric systems and controlled entrances.
Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
The sports facilities include a FIFA-standard soccer field (scheduled for resurfacing in summer 2025). There are two gymnasiums, six outdoor tennis courts, and basketball courts. These spaces are used for physical education classes, extracurricular activities, and community events.
Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
The RVIS classroom environment is technology-rich and supported by a 1:1 laptop program. There are four fully equipped science labs and specialist rooms for art, music, and drama, along with flexible spaces for group and individual work. The Innovation Hub provides STEAM facilities including digital fabrication and prototyping, electronics and robotics, AI and software development, VR/AR, and related tools. The RVIS library offers a welcoming space with books for all ages, reading corners, quiet study areas, and access to digital resources. Language programs include English, Arabic, French, and Spanish.
Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
RVIS offers a variety of extracurricular activities as part of its IB framework. The Extended Learning Time (ELT) program provides activities across academic, creative, athletic, and service-oriented areas. Hands-on programs such as STEAM, MISTI, and Innovation Day promote digital literacy, robotics, AI, software engineering, programming, and related areas through the Innovation Hub. The school partners with MIT's MISTI Arab World program to provide robotics and engineering workshops, and there are opportunities for field experiences and leadership initiatives as part of the IB pathway.
Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
Ibn Khuldoon National School (IKNS) opened in 1983 as a private, non-profit, co-educational institution offering bilingual education. It began with two kindergarten and four primary classes and expanded by adding new classes each year, with the intermediate level completed by 1988. IKNS was authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in 1990, and the first IB graduates appeared in 1992. The school received full accreditation from the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools in 1994 and helped establish the Middle East IB Association (MEIBA) in 1994–95. Governance rests with a board of trustees, a board of directors, and specialized committees that guide policy and strategic direction.
History
RVIS opened in 2008 in Riffa Views, Bahrain, in partnership with International School Services (ISS). It began as a small, non-profit international school focused on personalized learning and cultural alignment with Bahrain. RVIS was authorized as an IB World School in 2013 and has continued to pursue international accreditation, including a Council of International Schools (CIS) reaccreditation in 2022. By 2025, RVIS announced it had transitioned to a full International Baccalaureate program across its offerings.
Community
Community
IKNS maintains an active school community that engages families through events such as the IKNS Carnival, a community fundraising event held in 2024 and again in 2025 in collaboration with an external events partner. The school also supports student-led and school-wide initiatives that extend beyond the classroom, including international trips and humanitarian projects; past trips include Kenya (2013), India (2014), and China (2015) organized with Me to We. IKNS students participate in national youth initiatives and volunteer programs, reflecting a broader community orientation. Graduation ceremonies are significant community events, with attendance from Bahrain's royal and government figures, underscoring the school's civic ties.
Community
RVIS fosters a close-knit, international student community with a diverse mix of nationalities. It hosts and participates in events that involve students, families, and residents, such as interschool chess tournaments hosted by RVIS and broader community chess events. The school participates in community initiatives organized by the Riffa Views Owners Association, including Tree Week plantings and other service activities. RVIS's athletic programs include participation in local leagues such as the Bahrain Senior School Sports League, reflecting a strong emphasis on sports within the community.
Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
A formal Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is not publicly documented for IKNS. Public governance descriptions list a board of trustees, a board of directors, and specialized committees that oversee the school's direction, with parent involvement most clearly seen through school events. A notable example is the IKNS Carnival, a community fundraising event held in 2024 and 2025 that engaged students, families, and staff and was run in collaboration with an external events firm. Parent involvement is further reflected in partnerships and volunteer initiatives that connect families with school activities. These events illustrate a structured approach to engaging parents and the wider community within IKNS's educational mission.
Parent teacher association
The RVIS Parent-Teacher Partnership (PTP) was founded as a social partnership between parents and teachers to strengthen the relationship between the school and the RVIS community. The PTP coordinates with the school to support school initiatives and invites parent involvement. A Parent Consultative Council (PCC) promotes communication between the school and parent community; PCC members regularly advise the Head of School and assist with school initiatives. For involvement, parents can contact the PTP at ptp@rvis.edu.bh. Other parent resources include Lunch Service, Transportation, Uniforms, and the School Calendar 24-25.
Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
RVIS offers an IB-based curriculum from Early Childhood to High School. It is an authorized IB World School offering the Diploma Program, with Primary Years Program and Middle Years Program. The academic program emphasizes conceptual understanding, inquiry-based learning, and interdisciplinary connections within global contexts across the IB framework. Growth is central to the approach, with standards guiding each student's development. Programs such as STEAM, MISTI, and Innovation Day promote hands-on learning in robotics, artificial intelligence, software development, and related digital skills.
Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
Arts education is supported by specialist rooms for art, music, and drama, and a library that supports reading and research. The Innovation Hub provides STEAM learning with digital fabrication, electronics and robotics, AI and software development, VR/AR, and flexible spaces for project work.
Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
The school offers language programs in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish. The Arabic program serves native and non-native speakers and follows the Bahrain Ministry of Education framework, with Arabic A and B tracks.
Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities. The Extended Learning Time (ELT) program provides academic, creative, athletic, and service-oriented activities beyond the regular timetable.
Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
The school provides internship programs, community engagement opportunities, and leadership initiatives. College counselors support university options, planning, and deadlines, including essay writing and scholarship searches, with university representatives visiting campus for guidance.
Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
Leadership initiatives and internship opportunities are available for students. College counselors guide students through university options, application processes, and scholarship searches, with university representatives visiting campus.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
The campus includes an on-site clinic operated by a full-time nurse, health monitoring, and emergency response procedures. Safety and security are prioritized with a secured entrance and biometric attendance tracking. The cafeteria serves nutritious options from Healthy Calorie. Sports facilities include a FIFA-standard soccer field, two gymnasiums, six outdoor tennis courts, and basketball courts.
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
The school offers language programs in English, Arabic, French and Spanish.
Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
IB World School; offers IB Diploma Programme
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
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Admissions
Stage 1: Initial Application Submission. Applicants must submit academic transcripts (middle and high school: stamped original transcripts for the past three years; Early Years (age 6+) must provide at least one year of transcripts), attendance and behavior reports (including number of days present and absent and reasons for absences), completed application form, proof of payment (Receipt of BHD 100), CAT 4 test results, and interview result, if applicable. Stage 2: Assessment Process. Early Childhood applicants complete an interview assessment; Grade 1 and above applicants complete the CAT 4 assessment; feedback is obtained from an Academic Head or Principal to assess academic readiness and social fit within the school community. Stage 3: Admission Decision. Acceptance includes notification to parents; conditional acceptance requires a follow-up meeting to set terms, review the process, and establish assessment points, with a minimum of two checkpoints; the school provides a welcome package for the student; the student's start date is added to the school portal; contact information is updated, and parents are added to relevant groups if applicable; primary and secondary administration are informed of the student's admission. Deferment allows families to reapply after six months. Denied means families cannot reapply. Declined triggers the school sending a survey to the family. The application is submitted online via OpenApply. Priority Admissions: Siblings of current students are given priority in the admission process.